Day: 9 May 2025

Coal India Limited’s (CIL) flagship CSR initiative, the Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana (TBSY), has achieved a significant milestone, underscoring its commitment to providing life-saving treatment for underprivileged children suffering from thalassemia and aplastic anemia. Launched in 2017, the scheme offers financial assistance of up to ₹10 lakh per child for bone marrow transplants (BMTs), benefiting families with an annual income below ₹8 lakh .   The Minister’s emphasis on expanding access and strengthening partnerships is crucial for the Yojana’s long-term success and broader impact. Scaling the program necessitates a multifaceted…

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Häfele India’s recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) represents a significant step towards bolstering manufacturing innovation and strengthening localized supply chains within India. This collaborative agreement signifies a commitment from both the public and private sectors to cultivate a more robust and self-reliant manufacturing ecosystem.   The MoU’s likely focus on technology transfer, skill development, and collaborative research promises to stimulate innovation within the furniture and architectural hardware sectors, where Häfele India holds a prominent position. This infusion of advanced…

On May 8, 2025, the Indian Navy received INS Arnala, the first of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWCs), marking a significant advancement in India’s maritime defense capabilities. This vessel was indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) in collaboration with L&T Shipyard at Kattupalli, Tamil Nadu.   The commissioning of INS Arnala marks a significant stride in the Indian Navy’s ongoing efforts to modernize its fleet and bolster its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities Designed and built indigenously, INS Arnala underscores the success of…

A modular, flexible cattle cage developed by researchers that can be adjusted to fit different vehicles, complete with a ramp that doubles as a door can help ease transport of cattle in villages, particularly take farm animals to the cattle market.  In the heart of India’s rural landscapes, where cattle are vital companions to farmers, the journey from one town to another can often be perilous—not just for people, but for the animals.   Simultaneously, the Madras High Court has implemented strict regulations to enforce humane transport standards. These include…